{"product_id":"dorman-542-888-steering-tie-rod-end-front-right-outer","title":"Dorman 542-888 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Right Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 542-888 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 542-888 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford truck applications. Built for the front right outer position on Twin I-Beam suspension setups, it supports precise steering response and stable road feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original equipment tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1985 Ford F-250, front right outer, w\/Twin I-Beam Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1985 Ford F-350, front right outer, w\/Twin I-Beam Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated black steel housing for durable corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale-to-male end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Application Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is built for 1980-1985 Ford F-250 and 1980-1985 Ford F-350 front right outer steering applications with Twin I-Beam suspension. If you are searching for a Ford F-250 tie rod end or Ford F-350 steering linkage replacement, Dorman 542-888 matches the listed OE-style application requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe part number 542-888 is also referenced for cross-application comparison with Delphi TA5532. It cross-references Mevotech Supreme MES2126R for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 110\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack powder-coated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale end 1 and male end 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage contents: 1 tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Part Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering feel at the front right outer linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear in the tie rod end joint on Twin I-Beam suspension trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering play caused by a deteriorated OE tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response from a worn steering connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, model, and front right outer position before installation. This part is intended for the listed Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 applications, and proper alignment should be checked after steering component replacement. Confirm the existing suspension configuration is Twin I-Beam before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation in the specified applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768390709429,"sku":"BKKY-542-888","price":45.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_542888_Bac.jpg?v=1783317225","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-542-888-steering-tie-rod-end-front-right-outer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}